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4S Ranch
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Find Your Dream Home in 4S Ranch

Experience modern living in San Diego's premier master-planned community. Walkable, family-focused, and perfectly positioned for the ultimate lifestyle.

Median price$1.86M
Active listings24
Walk score74Very walkable
To downtown25 min
MARKET SNAPSHOT — JULY 2026

How 4S Ranch is moving right now.

4S Ranch remains a high-demand luxury enclave, with median prices holding strong near the $1.86M mark. However, "Days on Market" has ballooned to 56 days—a stark contrast to the rapid-fire sales of previous years—indicating that while values are up, buyers are taking significantly more time to inspect and negotiate before committing.

Median sold price$1.9M↑ 9.0% vs last year
Days on market9↓ 4 days faster
Sale-to-list100%No change vs last year
Months of supply2.2Seller's market

Based on 33 sales in the last 90 days

Why Buyers Love 4S Ranch

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Distinguished Schools

Located within the acclaimed Poway Unified School District, including top-tier Del Norte High and Stone Ranch Elementary.

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True Walkability

The 4S Commons Town Center is the heart of the community, offering shops, dining, and grocery stores just a short stroll away.

Parks & Recreation

With multiple community parks, splash pads, and the 4S Ranch Sports Park, there’s always a place for kids and athletes to play.

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Modern Master-Planned Living

Enjoy newer construction, energy-efficient homes, and a thoughtfully designed layout with wide streets and community trails.

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Engaged Community

From movie nights in the park to seasonal festivals, 4S Ranch is known for its high level of resident engagement and social events.

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Tech-Hub Proximity

Perfectly located for professionals working in the nearby Rancho Bernardo and Sorrento Valley tech and biotech corridors.

BEFORE YOU SCHEDULE A SHOWING

See homes before they hit the portals.

Homes that never hit the MLS — shared with our client roster first. We'll send you the private list and a short market brief tailored to what you're looking for.

For Sale · 4S Ranch

Homes for sale in 4S Ranch

Your 4S Ranch Agent
Andrew Nefcy

Andrew Nefcy

Broker / Owner — Ice Realty Group

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

Local expertise you can trust.

Helpful! Knowledgeable! Ready with facts, patient, realistic. He helped us sort through dozens of properties, offering valuable information in a timely way. He is an EXCELLENT listener and quickly realized our priorities. He worked around our limited schedules. Couldn't ask for a better partner and advocate in searching for our home.
juliebrooksclay
Closed in 2017 · Hidden Meadows (Escondido)
Brittany is the best real estate agent I could have ever asked for. She answered all of our questions (even questions that didn’t directly pertain to her role). She gave us confidence to make the best decision for our family and helped us feel in control during the negation process and all the signing of the documents etc. we will use her when we buy our second property!! Use her to buy your home! You won’t regret it! She’s also just fun to hang out with.
tyler0292
Closed in 2020 · Lemon Grove
Andrew helped my wife and I buy our first home, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to any of our friends or family. He worked with us to squeeze in numerous viewings across SD County until we found a home we felt ready to make an offer on. He is knowledgeable about the market and was very helpful in navigating the home buying process, including working with the sellers to secure extensions despite some unexpected lender delays. Overall it was a pleasure working with Andrew and we’ll be calling him if we find ourselves back in the market!
Karl K
Closed in 2022 · Scripps Ranch
THE FIELD NOTE

The Gold Standard for Modern Family Living

A quick summary from Andrew Ice, Broker

4S Ranch is what happens when a master-planned community actually delivers: walkable streets, resort-style amenities, top-tier schools, and a neighborhood that feels finished—not half-baked.

4S Ranch isn’t just a neighborhood; it’s a master-planned lifestyle designed for convenience and community. Built primarily in the early 2000s, this area offered a fresh take on the San Diego suburban experience, trading sprawling individual lots for walkable community amenities and high-density luxury. Families flock here for the seamless blend of residential comfort and commercial convenience—where you can walk from your front door to a yoga class, a grocery store, or a highly-rated elementary school without ever leaving the neighborhood.

It's the rare community where the amenities aren't just marketing—they're actually used.


The market in 4S Ranch is famously competitive, often moving faster than the surrounding Inland North County areas. Buyers are attracted to the "turn-key" nature of the homes here—many featuring modern open floor plans, built-in home offices, and low-maintenance yards that prioritize weekend fun over landscaping chores. With a calendar full of community events and parks that act as the neighborhood's living room, 4S Ranch remains the first choice for professionals and families looking for a cohesive, vibrant place to call home.

Thinking about 4S Ranch? Let's talk inventory, HOA details, and what it really takes to buy here. We'll make sure it's the right fit before you commit.

Nearby Schools

Top-rated schools in the area.

High

Del Norte High School

10Rating
Middle

Oak Valley Middle School

8Rating
Elementary

Stone Ranch Elementary

10Rating
Elementary

Monterey Ridge Elementary

8Rating
FREQUENTLY ASKED

The questions we hear most.

Walkability, amenities, and strong schools—all built in from day one. You get parks, trails, pools, sports courts, and top-rated Poway Unified schools without sacrificing modern finishes or curb appeal.

Yes. Monthly HOA fees cover community amenities (pools, parks, landscaping), but they also mean stricter rules on exterior changes, parking, and maintenance. If you value amenities and uniformity, it's worth it. If you want total autonomy, it may feel restrictive.

About 25–35 minutes to downtown San Diego or Sorrento Valley, depending on traffic and route. It's inland North County, so you're trading a longer commute for newer homes, larger lots, and better schools.

Mostly newer construction (2000s–2020s): two-story family homes, attached townhomes, and some single-story options. Expect open floor plans, 3-car garages, and HOA-maintained landscaping. It's clean, modern, and move-in ready.

Absolutely. Top-rated schools (Poway Unified), safe streets, parks within walking distance, and a strong sense of community. It's one of the most family-focused neighborhoods in North County.

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Find the 4S Ranch home that's already yours.

Tell us what you're looking for. We'll send a curated short list — on-market and off — and set up a private tour at your pace.

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